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El Fraile

Buenavista del Norte·Santa Cruz de Tenerife
68/100Fair
Light breezeCalm seaEasy parking
18°CWater
0mWaves
19km/hWind
UV 5UV
Directions

Photos of El Fraile

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Sea & weather

Open-Meteo Marine
0mNow
0m+1h
0m+2h
0m+3h
0m+4h
0m+5h

Sunlight

Sunrise-Sunset API
08:29Sunrise
13h 12mDaylight hours
21:41Sunset

Tides at El Fraile today

Lunar estimate
▼ Low
04:35
0.1m
▲ High
10:48
1.4m
▼ Low
17:00
0.1m
▲ High
22:22
1.5m
Coefficient: 97Spring tides

Water and air temperature at El Fraile

Open-Meteo
20°CAir temperature
18°CWater temperature
19°CFeels like
UV 5UV index
75%Humidity
Moderate UV. SPF 30+ See our sunscreen guide →

Wind at El Fraile today

NESO
Speed19 km/h
Max gust48 km/h
DirectionNNE

Flag and jellyfish at El Fraile

Open-Meteo estimate
Green flag
Calm sea, safe for swimming
Low jellyfish risk
No jellyfish expected

Water quality at El Fraile

EEA · 2006/7/CE
Excelente
Compliant samples99%
Season2024
ClassificationExcelente (Directiva 2006/7/CE)
Actividades acuáticas
0mSuave
Olas pequeñas. ideal principiantes
Periodo: 8s
19km/h NNE
18°C
Surf
0m · 8s · 19km/h
Windsurf
19km/h NNE
Kitesurf
19km/h · Ideal
Snorkel
25m visibilidad
Buceo
Agua 18°C · Traje 3mm
Kayak
Condiciones ideales
Visibilidad subacuática: Excelente
25m de visibilidadClorofila: 0.08 mg/m³
Est.
Previsión 5 días
Hoy
Lluvia
21° 16°
6.7mm
Mar 28
Lluvia
22° 16°
0.6mm
Mié 29
Lluvia
22° 16°
0.4mm
Jue 30
Lluvia
23° 17°
0.3mm
Vie 1
Nublado
24° 16°
Seco

How to get there

By car. open in Google Maps By public transport By bike Walking
Access typeA pie fácil
RoadTF-445
MarinaGarachico (10 km.)
Tráfico, afluencia y donde aparcar, parking cercaTiempo real
72%
ocupación
Muy concurrida
Mejor hora hoy: 7am (20% ocupación)
12am6am12pm6pm11pm
Temporada alta · Día laborable

Restaurants near El Fraile

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Hotels near El Fraile

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Facilities & services

MITECO
No · LifeguardNo · ShowersNo · AccessibleSí · ParkingNo · Blue FlagNo · Dogs allowedNo · ToiletsNo · Foot washersNo · BinsNo · CleaningNo · PhonesNo · Tourist officeNo · Kids areaNo · Sports areaNo · Umbrella rentalNo · Sunbed rentalNo · Nautical rentalNo · Yacht clubNo · Bars/restaurantsNo · Bus service

Information about El Fraile

MITECO 2024
Length420 m
Average width39 m
CompositionArena
Typearena
OccupationBajo
EnvironmentAislada
Coastal facadeAcantilado
Sea conditionsOleaje fuerte
VegetationYes
MunicipalityBuenavista del Norte
ProvinceSanta Cruz de Tenerife
RegionCanarias
Coordinates28.368268° N, -16.880236° E
City Hall websiteVisit website
Official MITECO recordVisit website
HospitalCentro de Salud Buenavista del Norte
Distance4 km.
Call 922129162112

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About El FraileEverything you need to know ↓

Las condiciones para el baño se complican por el fuerte oleaje y las rocas que presenta esta playa, que no es muy frecuentada por los bañistas.

When you arrive at El Fraile, in Buenavista del Norte, you'll understand why this beach is so popular in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It stretches 420 metres in length and 39 metres wide, with fine sand and waters typical of the Canary Islands, where you can swim almost all year round. It has nearby parking to make your visit more comfortable. Please note that dogs are not allowed on this beach, especially during the high season. Before you head out, check the real-time sea conditions on this page so there are no surprises.

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Frequently asked questions about El Fraile

How is the water at El Fraile today?+

Water temperature at El Fraile is 18°C with 0m waves.

What flag does El Fraile have today?+

Green flag. Calm sea, safe for swimming.

Are there jellyfish at El Fraile?+

Low jellyfish risk. No jellyfish expected.

How windy is it at El Fraile?+

Wind at El Fraile is 19 km/h with gusts of 48 km/h (NNE).

What time is high tide at El Fraile?+

Today's high tides at El Fraile are at 10:48 and 22:22 (1.4m). Coefficient 97, spring tides.

Is there parking near El Fraile?+

Yes, there is parking near El Fraile.

Are dogs allowed at El Fraile?+

No, dogs are not allowed at El Fraile.

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Beach facts
Length420 m
Width39 m
SandArena
Typearena
CrowdingBajo
GOOD
Ideal conditions
Updated · 27 Apr, 18:50
Best time to go
11:00-14:00
Low UV (5). Midday is perfect: warmer water
Gear for this beach
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